1894 .357 Marlin glass recommendations?

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - 1894 .357 Marlin glass recommendations?

Posted: 6/14/2018 8:50:58 AM EDT

Looking to scope my new 1894 Marlin.Anyone have recommendations? Will be primarily used for deer hunting 100 yards or less range.

Posted: 6/14/2018 8:53:17 AM EDT

[#1]

I love using a leupold 1.5x5.

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Posted: 6/14/2018 9:17:11 AM EDT

[#2]

Yes, the Leupold 1.5X - 5X is perfect for that rifle.

Posted: 6/14/2018 10:28:55 AM EDT

[#3]

I have the same thing on my 45/70, however im planning to replace it with a compact red dot like a RMR, and run that with the peep sight. more compact, and handy that way.

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I want to end up with something like this. marlin is releasing a threaded 16" stainless .44mag soon and im going to grab one of them.

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new marlin guns coming soon.

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Posted: 6/14/2018 2:05:00 PM EDT

[#4]

For hunting in the shorter ranges, I prefer a fixed 4x scope.
I can comfortably shoot this magnification keeping both eyes open.

Posted: 6/16/2018 5:27:26 AM EDT

[#5]

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Posted: 6/16/2018 5:32:32 AM EDT

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I love using a leupold 1.5x5.

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What mount are you using?

Posted: 6/16/2018 5:33:27 AM EDT

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The Leupold 1-4x20mm or 1.5-5x20mm is ideal for the 357.

Posted: 6/18/2018 11:07:25 AM EDT

[#8]

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I have the same thing on my 45/70, however im planning to replace it with a compact red dot like a RMR, and run that with the peep sight. more compact, and handy that way.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/92687/45_70_leupold_2-575433.JPG

I want to end up with something like this. marlin is releasing a threaded 16" stainless .44mag soon and im going to grab one of them.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/92687/marlin-1894-1-575437.JPG

new marlin guns coming soon.

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I find it odd the 1894cst doesn’t have a pic rail on it. Anyone know if it’s easy to put one on and is there a factory option or would you need to go aftermarket? Marlins site doesn’t appear to show any acccessories.

Posted: 6/19/2018 8:10:30 AM EDT

[#9]

I have a FX2.5 Ultralight on my 1894 and a VX3 1.5-5X on my 444P. Either would work well

Posted: 9/23/2018 3:56:10 PM EDT

[#10]

I put a trijicon rmr on mine and love it.

Posted: 10/13/2018 11:21:53 AM EDT

[#11]

I have a Leupold 1-6 up for sale that would be perfect for it. If you get a CDS dial for it you can stretch out the 357.

Posted: 10/14/2018 5:26:38 PM EDT

[#12]

100 and under, no need for an adjustable optic.
A fixed power will be faster, brighter, lighter and more durable.

Most of my hunting is done with a 77/357 topped with a Leupold FXII 4x33.
Ive run fixed power on my 1894's in the past but prefer a more classic look so have switched them all to Skinner peeps, but the Leopold fixed power is a perfect match for the 1894 if you want glass.

Posted: 10/24/2018 11:50:45 AM EDT

[#13]

Mines a 44mag but I put a Leupold 1x4 shotgun scope on it with a DNZ mount.

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Posted: 10/24/2018 1:23:01 PM EDT

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Mines a 44mag but I put a Leupold 1x4 shotgun scope on it with a DNZ mount.

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How do you like the DNA mount? I'm thinking about one for my 1894, seems cleaner than a separate base and rings and can get lower too.

Posted: 10/24/2018 7:33:17 PM EDT

[#15]

How are you guys getting a decent cheek weld with these optics on the regular stock with such a low comb?

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